16--SEAT,AIRCRAFT
Overview
Buyer
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Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support (NAVSUP WSS) Philadelphia, intends to issue a sole-source presolicitation for 24 Aircraft Seats (NSN 1680-016890941, P/N 121108-5) for the CH-53K platform. This procurement is directed to Sikorsky (CAGE: 78286) as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). While a sole-source award is anticipated, all responsible sources may submit capability statements or proposals for consideration within 45 days of the notice publication.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the acquisition of 24 Aircraft Seats (NSN 1680-016890941, P/N 121108-5). The Government has identified Sikorsky as the sole source due to their status as the OEM and the lack of available drawings or data rights to procure from other sources. Delivery is FOB Origin.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation (Sole Source Intent)
- Set-Aside: None (Not a Total Small Business Set-Aside)
- NAICS Code: 336413 (Other Aircraft Part and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing)
- PSC: 1680 (Miscellaneous Aircraft Accessories And Components)
- Authority: 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1), as supplemented by FAR 6.302-1.
- Notice Published: May 5, 2026
- Capability Statement/Proposal Due (for this notice): Within 45 days of May 5, 2026 (approx. June 19, 2026)
- Anticipated Solicitation Issue: April 29, 2026
- Anticipated Solicitation Response: May 29, 2026
- Anticipated Award Date: July 31, 2026
Evaluation & Source Approval
The Government intends to solicit and negotiate with Sikorsky as the only responsible source. However, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation for agency consideration. Source Approval is required for any firm not already approved to manufacture this material. The procurement will not be delayed to wait for a Source Approval Request (SAR) approval.
Additional Notes
This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. The Government is not using FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items), but interested parties may identify their capability to satisfy the requirement with a commercial item within 15 days of this notice. UID requirements and Buy American Clauses will apply. Electronic procedures will be used, and the RFQ/Solicitation will be posted to NECO. No telephone requests will be honored. Interested organizations may submit capabilities to Liam Cunningham via email.